| When it comes to chic style, nothing can rival the | | | | Jacobs. Patrick Vuitton continued to supervise |
| distinction of a Louis Vuitton purse, Louis Vuitton wallet, | | | | operations. In the new millennium, Louis Vuitton |
| or Louis Vuitton sunglasses. Diehard brand loyalists | | | | continues to bring in millions of dollars in profits each |
| think nothing of handing over an entire paycheck just | | | | year, as demand remains steady for their luxury |
| for a small handbag. Some of the world's most | | | | purses and accessories. Rivaled by such top brands |
| prominent actors, musicians, and models are often | | | | as Fendi, Gucci, and Prada, Louis Vuitton remains a |
| photographed carrying the latest Louis Vuitton fashions. | | | | fashion icon throughout Africa, India, Japan, China, and |
| So what is the motivation for such high demand? | | | | Korea, in addition to the United States. |
| What makes Louis Vuitton purses so much better | | | | In spite of cutting-edge technologies that have made |
| than other handbags? | | | | production more efficient, the Louis Vuitton designers |
| For one thing, the fashion house is rooted in a long, | | | | have adhered to rigorous standards of craftsmanship, |
| quality-driven heritage. Since its inception in 1821, the | | | | never using machines or assembly lines to produce |
| company has been creating some of the industry's | | | | their fine goods. Master artisans train new apprentices |
| finest designer luggage pieces and handbags. Louis | | | | in the fine art of leatherworking, ensuring that each and |
| Vuitton himself first began working from a small shop | | | | every product offers premium quality and durability. |
| in Paris, France. After demand increased among | | | | Classic Louis Vuitton Styles |
| travelers, he increased production of his steamer bag, | | | | Over time, there have been certain time-honored |
| "Keepall" overnight bag, and flat carrying case. Today, | | | | favorites that have enjoyed a consistent demand |
| the Keepall is still one of the designer's most widely | | | | among consumers: |
| demanded travel pieces. From there, he expanded his | | | | • Mimicking the popular Keepall travel bag, the |
| designs to include carry-on bags, cosmetics bags, | | | | Speedy is a roomy Louis Vuitton handbag with an |
| miniature trunks, jewelry cases, computer bags, and | | | | oversized main compartment that accommodates all |
| more. | | | | of your everyday essentials -- and then some. Several |
| Over time, Louis Vuitton began designing luxury | | | | style options are available. |
| watches and, with the addition of his son Georgie to | | | | • As its name implies, the Neverfull is spacious |
| the design team, duffel bags and purses. When | | | | enough to take anything you can throw into it. Choose |
| Georgie unveiled the monogrammed canvas motif, the | | | | from a wide array of colors, fabrics, and sizes. If you're |
| design quickly took the fashion world by storm and | | | | looking for a substantially sized purse without unwieldy |
| became the hallmark of the brand. Three decades | | | | bulk, the Neverfull is for you. |
| after launching the first store, the Louis Vuitton | | | | • With its stylish drawstring closure, the |
| announced the opening of a London-based store. | | | | long-acclaimed Noe has been a Louis Vuitton fixture |
| Throughout the 1900s, nearly 130 additional stores | | | | since its 1932 debut. |
| were opened throughout the world, responding to a | | | | • A playful oyster shell shape distinguishes the |
| growing international demand for the company's luxury | | | | Elipse bag. Consumers can choose from two versatile |
| wares. | | | | sizes, both boasting the same lighthearted style. |
| Designer talent has always been a prime focus of the | | | | If you're looking for a high-fashion, heirloom-quality |
| Louis Vuitton Company. After announcing a merger | | | | accessory to call your own, you can't go wrong with a |
| with designer Moet Hennessey in 1987, the fashion | | | | Louis Vuitton handbag! |
| house partnered with acclaimed designer Marc | | | | |